‘History comes alive’ at the Ruby Bridges Reading Festival
The festival, named after the first Black child to integrate an elementary school in New Orleans, returns to the National Civil Rights Museum after a two-year hiatus.
The festival, named after the first Black child to integrate an elementary school in New Orleans, returns to the National Civil Rights Museum after a two-year hiatus.
Experts at the University of Memphis Institute of Egyptian Art and Archaeology helped determine the artifact’s authenticity.
The Russian news agency Tass has confirmed the death of Joshua Alan Jones of Memphis.
FedEx claims the contractor, which operated 225 routes in 10 states and had called for fees to be increased along with other changes, launched a “coordinated and multi-faceted campaign” that was “unfairly and wrongfully disparaging” FedEx Ground.
Negotiations between the festival and the partnership hit a rough patch this week over the amount. Mayor tells MIM and Memphis River Parks Partnership to work it outRelated story:
We must fight for abortion rights, especially for legal exemptions for medical complications as well as pregnancies caused rape and incest, and impregnated children.
Little Rock’s Westrock says its coffee is served in 13 of the top 25 quick-service food chains in the U.S.
Saints battle back to win late after trailing 21-0 and 28-13.
Late touchdown sinks No. 11 team in the Daily Memphian rankings.
Chicken Paillard is as simple as chicken piccata, but it elevates your weeknight chicken game. Plus, an extra bonus, a recipe for beurre blanc.
In two of the incidents, officers were struck or nearly struck by the suspects’ vehicles. In the third incident, an officer was hit in the chest by gunfire but was protected by his bulletproof vest.
Major projects in subsequent years include roof replacements for Bon Lin Elementary and Middle, Bartlett Elementary and Appling Middle, and a gymnasium renovation at the Ninth Grade Academy.
A reporters’ roundtable recaps those events and more on “Behind The Headlines.”Related story:
The awards ceremony returns Sunday, Aug. 28, following a two-year pause due to the pandemic.
Melissa Collins, a 21-year veteran of the district and second-grade teacher at JP Freeman Optional School, has been named Tennessee Teacher of the Year.
His parole hearing was Aug. 10 at Hardeman County Correctional Center in Whiteville, Tenn. The hearing officer recommended denial of parole based on the seriousness of the offense.
A large number of Memphians could to see a dramatic reduction in their debt load, under a new student loan forgiveness program from President Joe Biden. But is that a good thing?
Inflation is taking its toll, and business travel is still below pre-pandemic levels, but the tourism sector’s recovery seems to be on track.
All work is weather permitting, and a detour will be posted for all closures.
The web series explores Jewish food in America, and two episodes feature familiar Memphis faces and places.
Eligible families now have the choice to use an ESA – also known as a voucher – to attend private schools and get extra help for their children.
A conversation about cheeseburgers with Jennifer Biggs, Chris Herrington and Eric Barnes devolves into culinary distractions, general mockery and outright name-calling.
To celebrate the arrival of Whataburger to the metro area, Jennifer Biggs, Chris Herrington and Eric Barnes rank fast-food burgers from worst to best.
Our photographers captured a range of emotions, from a toddler’s joy to the sorrow of firefighters grieving for one of their own.
The measure, narrowed to Memphis-Shelby County Schools, would strip elected school board members of their duties and assign oversight of the district to a board of state-appointed Shelby County residents.
Dr. Ralph Alvarado, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Health, touched on everything from vaccines to fluoride to health disparities during a presentation at the University of Memphis on Friday, March 28.
The Memphis Redbirds took Game 2 of their six-game series with Buffalo, beating the Bisons 15-3 Wednesday at AutoZone Park.
The new Michelin Guide American South will be the company’s first regional guide in North America. Anonymous Michelin inspectors are already in the field exploring the area.
As the Southaven community has grown, the need for an expanded facility has become increasingly apparent to both city officials and local animal welfare advocates.
April artists on view in Memphis include Dolph Smith, Colleen Couch, April Bey, Joel Parsons, Brian Jobe, Kiersten Williams, Yancy Villa, and many more.
The Grizzlies got scorched by Steph Curry (52 points) as the Warriors passed them in the standings. So is there anything to feel good about? Actually, yes!
Flyway Brewing Co. took over the former High Cotton Brewing and Edge Alley restaurant locations near Downtown. They reopened as a combined space in November.
This week’s puzzle features a photo from a celebration of local pup celebrities Sir Meatball and Milkshake.